Lung Screening Coordinator

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits start day 1

Student loan repayment assistance

Family-focused benefits

Wellness incentives

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking a Lung Screening Coordinator to support patients through the lung cancer screening and incidental nodule care continuum. You will coordinate access, manage workflows, and ensure timely follow-up across multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes patient advocacy, education, and collaboration with radiology, pulmonology, and primary care to improve outcomes in Georgia. Travel and flexible scheduling may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of experience in a healthcare setting with direct patient care.
• Knowledge of imaging workflows and ambulatory healthcare operations.
• Experience in patient education and community health outreach.

Responsibilities

• Maintain weekday phone and web accessibility for patients, families, providers, and EHC team members.
• Collaborate with Central Scheduling to ensure timely access to lung screening and follow-up imaging.
• Provide clear, compassionate communication throughout the patient journey.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Healthcare navigation

Communication skills

Patient advocacy

Tech proficiency

Data management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

SHIFT: 8 AM-4:30 PM / FULL-TIME / 40 HOURS

LOCATION: EMORY AT NORTHLAKE

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare w e fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.

Overview

SHIFT: 8 AM-4:30 PM / FULL-TIME / 40 HOURS

LOCATION: EMORY AT NORTHLAKE

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare w e fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.

We Provide

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs
• And more!

Our team is leading the way in shaping the future of health care. We unite to improve lives through innovation, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to achieving unparalleled excellence in patient care.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!

Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

All levels of experience and education will be considered for this posting.

Description

Job Summary: The Lung Screening Coordinator serves in an enterprise-wide capacity to support patients through the lung cancer screening and incidental lung nodule care continuum. This role facilitates patient access, coordinates clinical workflows, and ensures timely follow-up and communication across multidisciplinary teams. The coordinator acts as a patient advocate, clinical liaison, and subject matter expert, promoting wellness through education, data management, and quality improvement initiatives.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities Patient Engagement And Access

• Maintain weekday phone and web accessibility for patients, families, providers, and EHC team members.
• Collaborate with Central Scheduling to ensure timely access to lung screening and follow-up imaging.
• Provide clear, compassionate communication throughout the patient journey.

Care Coordination

• Work cohesively with coordinator and navigator teams to manage patient care.
• Report actionable imaging results to referring providers.
• Facilitate seamless referrals to specialty clinics and support care transitions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and coordinated care.

Clinical Liaison

• Serve as a liaison between referring providers, Radiology Core Service Line, and EHC Specialty Care Clinics.
• Act as a subject matter expert in lung cancer screening and incidental lung nodule management.
• Provide feedback from patients and families to inform service improvements.

Community And Education

• Promote awareness of lung cancer screening services within the region and community.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on screening benefits and risks through shared decision-making.
• Participate in Georgia Lung Cancer Roundtable meetings and support tobacco cessation initiatives.

Quality Improvement

• Evaluate care coordination practices and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Align efforts with evidence-based practices to enhance patient experience and clinical outcomes.

Data And Program Management

• Utilize Epic Dashboard and other tracking systems to manage findings and follow-up.
• Submit data to ACR National Radiology Data Registries.
• Collaborate with Radiology and EHC teams to maintain programmatic accreditation.

Other Duties

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support program goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum Required Education - High School Degree Experience -
• Minimum of four years of experience in a healthcare setting with direct patient care.
• Licensure None Certification Certification or licensure in allied health (e.g., radiology, respiratory therapy, medical laboratory technology) or Nursing (LPN/RN).
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities (required):
  • Clinical Knowledge: Understanding of anatomy as well as familiarity with healthcare operations.
  • Healthcare Navigation: Ability to coordinate care across multiple specialties and settings, including radiology, pulmonology, oncology, and primary care.
  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Patient Advocacy: Ability to support patients through shared decision-making, education, and follow-up, with a compassionate and culturally sensitive approach.
  • Technology Proficiency: Proficient in Epic or similar EMR systems, including use of dashboards, registries, and documentation workflows.
  • Data Management: Ability to track and manage clinical data, including imaging results, follow-up intervals, and registry submissions.
  • Organizational Skills: Strong time management and prioritization skills to handle multiple tasks and patient cases efficiently.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to identify gaps in care and propose solutions aligned with evidence-based practices.
  • Team Collaboration: Skilled in working within interdisciplinary teams and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Education None
  • Experience Experience in patient education and community health outreach.
  • Knowledge of imaging workflows and ambulatory healthcare operations.
  • Familiarity with tobacco cessation strategies and quality improvement methodologies.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge, skills, and ability requirements (preferred): None
  • Work Conditions Travel: Travel and shift work may be necessary depending on assignment, and may be required.
  • Work Type: Potential for some remote work dependent on the department.

Physical Requirements: (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally) Lifting 25 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Primarily sedentary with occasional standing and walking. Frequent computer use (typing, reading, writing). Occasional lifting (10¿25 lbs.). Close visual work required.

Environmental Factors: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Exposure may include blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and varying temperatures. Use of personal protective equipment may be required.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail] . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.